Noonan Syndrome and Pain
Noonan Syndrome and Pain Having just been seen by London Pain Clinic, I have been asked to write an article on Noonan Syndrome (NS) & Pain and also Endometriosis. Noonan Syndrome is a genetic...
Pain Syndromes and IT Professionals
Pain Syndromes and IT Professionals Introduction In the recent years, the incidence of pain syndromes and related disorders has increased manifold amongst the IT professionals. In the further sections, we have briefly explained the...
Endometriosis. A patients’ perspective
Endometriosis. A patients’ perspective Introduction to Endometriosis Endometriosis is caused by endometrial cells (cells from the lining of the uterus (womb)) travelling away from the womb and settling mainly in the pelvic cavity,...
Notes on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and Stanton-Hicks Management Regimen
Notes on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and Stanton-Hicks Management Regimen Medication Gabapentin/Pregabalin/Duloxetine Amitriptyline/Imipramine Tramadol/Oxycodone/Fentanyl Flecanide Vitamin C 100 mg b.d./NSAID/COX-2 Sativex Calcitonin/ Dextromethorphan Steroid/pulse (Prednisolone 30 mg for 7 days, 25 mg...
Occipital Neuralgia
Introduction Occipital Neuralgia is a form of neuropathic pain caused by irritation or injury to the occipital nerve located in the back of the scalp. The occipital nerves are two pair of nerves that...
Trigeminal Neuralgia
What is Trigeminal Neuralgia? Tic Douloureux or Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) is a neuropathic disorder causing episodes of intense pain in the eyes, lips, nose, scalp, forehead and jaw. The condition of TN is typically...
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
Introduction Adhesive Capsulitis or Frozen Shoulder is a disorder characterized by pain and significant loss of the full range of motion. The process involves inflammation, scarring, thickening and contracture of the capsule surrounding the...
Ear Pain
Introduction Ear pain is defined as a dull or intense sensation of discomfort in the ear or related areas. Chronic otalgia or earache is a very common problem in most of the adults. However,...
Phantom Limb Pain
What is Phantom Limb Syndrome? Phantom Limb Syndrome is defined as the perception of sensations, usually including pain in a limb that has been amputated. Patients with this condition experience the limb as if...
The Causes of Lower Back Pain
The Causes of Lower Back Pain Introduction The US rates lower back pain as the most common health problem and one of the leading causes of physician visits. Reports indicate that Americans spend at...
